Thousands marched through downtown Chicago to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement, flooding the Loop with chants and signs and declaring, “We are Black, Brown, White, Asian, together, defending our humanity.” Organizers framed the action as multiracial solidarity against recent ICE raids and federal enforcement tactics, calling for protections for immigrants and community safety. Marchers moved from Federal Plaza through city streets, confronting a heavy police presence; some arrests were reported amid clashes. The demonstration was part of nationwide anti‑ICE actions this week, highlighting grassroots courage, cross‑racial power, and renewed calls to end aggressive deportation operations. Mobilizing communities across the country. (chicago.suntimes.com)